What Not to Send with Your Tulsa, OK Moving Company!

Packing and moving can be a lengthy and stressful process. Knowing what to pack should be simple, right? Not always! There are some items that should not be packed and sent with a moving company. Hazardous items are actually illegal for movers to transport. The following items should not be sent in the moving van:

• Pant and paint thinners
• Ammunition and firearms
• Gas, Propane, or Oil
• Flammable or Explosive Materials
• Aerosols
• Acetone Products
• Stereo
• Matches
• Valuable items
• Pets

For a complete list of items that you shouldn't send with your moving company or for a quote to move your Tulsa, OK. property, contact Mike Ellingson of Relocation LLC, at 918-455-6683 or www.relocationllc.net.

For all your Tulsa, OK area real estate needs, contact Darryl Baskin of McGraw Realtors at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.

How to Select a Moving Company...

There are lots of decisions to make when moving to a new home. Selecting a moving company may seem like an easy and quick decision to make, however, there are several important things to consider in order to avoid damage to property and extra fees.

Don’t accept any estimate unless it is a a visual estimate. It is difficult to be accurate with estimates without visually inspecting all of the items that will be transported. If a company is unwilling to give you a visual estimate, don’t use them. It is also important to verify that the inventory that the company has is accurate.
Always get more than one quote. The best way to know what the average prices are for a move is to get more than one quote. After you have received several quotes be cautious with any estimates that are much lower than the others. Some companies that give much lower quotes will add extra fees or charges on your bill later.
Make sure that the company is property licensed and insured. Does the company have a good safety record? Are they licensed through your city/state and through the Department of Transportation. Do they have the proper insurance required by law? Will they provide adequate insurance to cover the value of your property?
Before you come to an agreement or sign a contract, make sure that any fees and charges that they company could charge you are clearly marked on the contract. Don’t find out later that your bill is much higher than expected.
Check with other customers and the Better Business Bureau. Find out if they have had any complaints and how they were handled. Ask other customers how they were treated.

For all your home and commercial moving needs in the Tulsa, OK area, contact Mike Ellingson of Relocation LLC at 918-459-6683 or www.relocationllc.net.

For all your Tulsa, OK real estate needs, contact Darryl Baskin of McGraw Realtors at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.

Your Rights During a Move!

When you or a moving company moves your household goods over the interstate, there are certain rights and responsibilities that you and the moving company have, according to the Federal Highway Administration.

Although moving companies are not required to provide an estimate, you may ask for one. If you request a binding estimate, and the mover is willing to provide one, they has the right to charge you for a detailed estimate. A binding estimate must clearly describe all moving, shipping and other services provided. With a binding estimate, you are not required to pay more than the amount on the estimate, however, should anything change or need to be added, that is not clearly on the estimate, the charges may change. To ensure that the binding estimate is effective, it must be in writing and a copy must have been available to you before you move.

Every mover is required by law to prepare a bill of lading for any shipment it transports. The bill of lading is the contract between you and the mover. The information that is listed on the bill of lading is required to be the same as that on the order for service, which is required as well. You must be provided with a copy of the bill of lading before the mover loads your furniture. You have the responsibility to read the bill of lading before you accept it.

As a customer, if the moving company doesn’t write an inventory of everything in the shipment, you should do one yourself. As part of the inventory, list the condition of all items. Companies that create an inventory will usually ask you to sign each page to ensure that everything is correct. If you disagree with anything, make a note on the inventory and initial it. You should receive a copy of this inventory. At the time of delivery, check the inventory to verify that everything was delivered in the same condition in which it was picked up.

Moving companies are required to assume liability for the value of any goods that they transport. There are, however, different levels of liability. Make sure you are aware of these levels and the cost for each one.

For more information or for an estimate for residential or commercial moving services in the Tulsa, OK area, contact Mike Ellingson or Mike Steinberg at Relocation LLC at 918-459-6683 or www.relocationllc.net.

New Law Affecting Your Move

Mike Ellingson, owner of Relocation LLC, says local movers in Oklahoma will be facing new rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission requiring insurance coverage and licensing. Formerly, an inter-city moving company was exempt from licensing and insurance laws but will now face penalties and fines for not holding these policies and coverages. The law takes effect November 1st, 2009. Homeowners are often deceived by companies who present a low bid but offer no coverages for damage or loss. Research carefully before you hire a mover and make sure that you can trust them with all of your belongings. For more information on these new regulations affecting your move, for an estimate, or for moving tips, contact Mike at 918-459-6683 or www.relocationllc.net.

For all your Tulsa, Oklahoma area real estate needs, contact The Baskin Real Estate Specialists of McGraw Realtors, 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.

Moving with Pets

Moving can be very stressful for the homeowners and can be just as stressful on their pets. Here are some tips that can make that transition easier on you and your pet. First, keep your pet's routine as normal as possible during the packing and moving process. Second, if possible, have a friend or boarding service watch him. If not possible, avoid giving him food or water an hour or two before your trip. Third, if he will be traveling in a pet carrier, make sure there is room for him to stand up and turn around and plenty of ventilation for him to breathe. Remember to use newspaper or other absorbent material in the bottom of the carrier, in case he has an accident. Finally, remember his favorite toy!

For more moving tips or questions or to get a quote for your move, contact Mike Ellingson at 918-459-6683 or visit http://www.relocationllc.net/Default.aspx.

For all your real estate needs in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area contact Darryl Baskin, McGraw Realtors, 918-258-2600 or http://www.darrylbaskin.com.